The Chronicle of Philanthropy recently shared that “giving circles” are becoming increasingly popular with young people and minorities. Just this week I heard about a group of kids in Flint who pool their dollars to make microgrants in their neighborhood. … Continue reading
This time last year I bought a rocket ship. A big, old-timey looking rocket ship that now sits in my garden and makes me happy every time I look at it. Shortly after I bought it, I spotted a similar … Continue reading
Yesterday, Zoobie’s Old Town Tavern celebrated the one year anniversary of their opening. It’s hard to believe it’s only been one year, because I have a hard time remembering a time when I couldn’t meet friends or family for an … Continue reading
“There’s nothing to do.” This is the single most annoying thing you can say to me about living in Lansing. Maybe it’s because I moved to the area as an adult and didn’t endure years of teenage boredom. Maybe it’s … Continue reading
Artist Barb Hranilovich is the most outrageously talented and skilled person I have ever known. If you live in the Lansing area, chances are good that you’ve seen her work on a billboard or poster, in an art gallery, or … Continue reading
my love letter to lansing 